Poor health outcomes for African Americans, Hispanic Americans, American Indians, Alaska Natives, Asian Americans, Native
Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders are apparent when comparing their health indicators against the rest of the U.S. population.

The Disability and Health Program (DHP) is funded by a three-year grant from the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The goals of the program are to include Floridians of all ages
with disabilities in all of the Department of Health's programs and activities for health promotion,
disease prevention, wellness, and disaster preparedness.

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Zika Fever is a mild febrile illness caused by a mosquito-borne virus. It has been identified in several countries in Central and South America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Zika fever has also been reported in travelers returning to the U.S. and Florida. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Travel Advisory to impacted countries can be found here. Take protect yourself and your loved ones: Drain standing water, no matter how seemingly small, cover your skin with mosquito repellent or protective clothing and keep windows and doors covered with screens.

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TALLAHASSEE—The Florida Department of Health recognizes National Cancer Survivors Day as an opportunity to celebrate and support Florida's cancer survivors, their caregivers and healthcare professionals.

"Today we celebrate Florida's cancer survivors and their families," said State Surgeon General and Secretary of Health Dr. John Armstrong. "Our state remains committed to finding more cancer cures as we work to prevent cancer in the first place."

According to the 2013 Florida Behavior Risk Factor Surveillance System, Florida is home to more than 2 million cancer survivors. Florida has a comprehensive state cancer plan to address cancer and the unique needs of cancer survivors. Created by the Governor's Cancer Control and Research Advisory Council, the plan has identified five themes and 15 goals to move cancer care forward throughout the state. One of the priority goals underscores the importance of supporting survivors.

Earlier this year, the department awarded four cancer centers the first ever distinction as state-designated Cancer Centers of Excellence. In addition, in 2014 Governor Rick Scott and the Florida legislature allocated $80 million to enhance the quality and competitiveness of cancer care and research in Florida through the Florida Consortium of National Cancer Institute Centers Program. As cancer care in Florida advances and health outcomes improve the number of survivors in our state will continue to increase.